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South African airline defends dramatic low-level flyby before rugby union clash

Cape Town stunt sparks major debate over safety risks Airlink insist flyby conducted according to regulations A pre-game stunt involving two passenger jets flying dramatically low over a stadium in South Africa drew huge cheers from the estimated crowd of around 56,000 people, but also sparked a major debate over safety risks. The flyby by two Embraer jets, operated by local airline Airlink,…

South African airline defends dramatic low-level flyby before rugby union clash

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John Galliano Withdraws From 2027 Met Gala After Outcry Over Past Racist, Antisemitic Remarks

"I remain fully accountable for the pain caused by my words in the past, particularly the hurt I caused to the Jewish and Asian communities," the fashion designer shares The post John Galliano…

  • John Galliano cancels 2027 Met Gala exhibition, Horizons.
  • Past racist and antisemitic remarks lead to withdrawal.
  • Met CEO Max Hollein confirms decision alongside NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin.

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